Tag: School

The yellow school bus

Anuradha C
The yellow school bus is a symbol of childhood for many, and much more than a mode of transportation – it’s a space where friendships form, adventures unfold, and memories are made. Anuradha C explores the magic and nostalgia of the school bus, and the joy of the early morning rides – because the school bus is where the real day begins.

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Beyond good touch and bad touch

Shirish Darak
Following the Badlapur child sexual abuse case, Shirish Darak reflects on the ambiguity of ‘good touch’ and ‘bad touch.’ According to him, the SAHAJ program promotes a comprehensive approach to sexuality education, emphasizing continuous learning and the active involvement of adults.

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Music to the rescue

C Rama Devi
A seasoned teacher turned chaos into calm using music and meditation. Rama Devi writes about maintaining a peaceful classroom and the importance of creating anger-free zones in schools. With 40 years of experience, she shares stories and insights on how teachers, students, and parents can work together to build a harmonious learning environment.

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Chaotic lessons

Kalpana Sharma
Life in a Krishnamurti school is full of unexpected twists. It is a free-flowing and beautifully chaotic space without rigid rules. Kalpana Sharma shares how these moments of disorder offer valuable lessons in patience, creativity, and community living.

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How we learn to speak

Rachna Priya
From babble to words, how do children learn to speak? How do they learn to speak their mother tongue? Can we use this knowledge to train children to acquire a second language? Communication is a very important aspect of being a human and with better understanding of how we learn to speak languages, we can improve the way we communicate.

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Bal sansad election: disseminating democratic values in school

Shishu Ranjan
Shishu Ranjan writes about how democratic values were brought to life in a primary school in Uttarakhand. Inspired by the National Curriculum Framework 2005, the teachers worked with the school authorities and student body to organize a student parliament election. In the weeks that followed, students as well as teachers had a uniquely immersive experience. This innovative project not only educated students but also transformed teachers’ perspectives and practices.

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Who will help our teachers thrive?

Srishti Gulati
Our teachers are at the heart of our education system, yet their voices are frequently sidelined in discussions about improvements and policies. With the ASER reports and growing philanthropic investments highlighting slow progress in education quality, Gulati calls for systemic changes.

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The harm that AI can cause

Neerja Singh
Privacy, cyberbullying, and technology misuse has raised serious concerns among students. Neerja Singh writes about a growing global trend where AI-generated and altered images are used to harrass minors. How can schools educate students, teachers, and parents about online privacy and the responsible use of technology?

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Letter writing to elicit expression

Mrinmayi Vaishampayan
Mrinmayi Vaishampayan writes about how the act of writing can foster open communication and stronger teacher-student relationships. A simple classroom activity of letter writing during the festival season uncovered heartfelt stories of joy, fear, and vulnerability.

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